willingness
gb/wˈɪlɪŋnəs/ us/wˈɪlɪŋnəs/
B2
Inglés
~ 9200
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B2
state
1
readiness to do something
The feeling of being ready to do something or say yes, without anyone making you do it.
Patrón de uso:
[someone]'s willingness to [do something]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse "willingness" with "will" or "wish." "Will" can mean future or personal strength, and "wish" is about wanting something that is not real. "Willingness" is specifically about being ready to do something. Learners also sometimes say *"willingness for do"* or *"willingness for helping"*; the correct pattern is usually "willingness to do [something]" or "willingness to help."
Sinónimos
readiness (Very close in meaning; often used for being prepared to act, sometimes with less focus on personal choice.)
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eagerness (Suggests a stronger, more excited desire to do something than simple willingness.)
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openness (Highlights a positive, receptive attitude, especially toward new ideas or change, rather than action itself.)
Antónimos
reluctance (Emphasizes hesitation or not really wanting to do something, even if you finally agree.)
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unwillingness (A direct opposite; clearly not wanting to do or accept something.)
Colocaciones
show a willingness to
|express a willingness to
|demonstrate a willingness to
|a willingness to learn
|a willingness to compromise
|lack of willingness
Temas
emotions
|personality
|work
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Her willingness to help new colleagues made her very popular at the office.
- The success of the project depends on the public’s willingness to change their habits.
- I really appreciate your willingness to listen to both sides of the story.
- The company noted his willingness to learn as a key reason for hiring him.
- There was little willingness among the members to compromise on the issue.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Thank you for your willingness to help me.
- His willingness to work late made the manager happy.
- Our plan needs the students’ willingness to join the program.
- I like your willingness to try new food.
- Their willingness to change was a big surprise.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
willingness
AFI
GB/wˈɪlɪŋnəs/
US/wˈɪlɪŋnəs/
Sílabas y acento
will - ing - ness (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (will)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: willingness
- Plural: willingness
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
a willingness to compromise
1/ə wˈɪlɪŋnəs tə kˈɑmpɹəmˌaɪz/
fixed phrase
readiness to accept middle solutions
being ready to give up some things you want so that you and another person can agree
Ejemplos
- A willingness to compromise is essential in any long-term relationship.
- The talks failed because there was no willingness to compromise on either side.
a willingness to learn
1/ə wˈɪlɪŋnəs tə lˈɚn/
fixed phrase
readiness to gain new skills
being ready and happy to learn new things
Ejemplos
- Many employers value a willingness to learn more than existing experience.
- Her strong work ethic and willingness to learn impressed the interview panel.
express a willingness to
1/ɪkspɹˈɛs ə wˈɪlɪŋnəs tə/
fixed phrase
formal
state clearly that you are willing
to say or write clearly that you are ready to do something
Ejemplos
- Several countries expressed a willingness to cooperate on climate policy.
- She expressed a willingness to work weekends if necessary.
show a willingness to
1/ʃˈoʊ ə wˈɪlɪŋnəs tə/
fixed phrase
openly display readiness to act
to act or speak in a way that lets other people see you are ready to do something
Ejemplos
- Employees who show a willingness to take responsibility often get promoted faster.
- He showed a willingness to listen by staying quiet and asking careful questions.